Summaries of health policy coverage from major news organizations

Editorial: Coverage of Autism Therapies Is National Issue

A Sacramento Bee editorial states that "Blue Shield has done the right thing by reaching an agreement" to cover behavioral therapy for autism, adding that other "health care providers should follow." The editorial continues, "The issue must be addressed on a national level," adding that HHS "is determining whether the therapy is covered under the Affordable Care Act of 2009."